Note: Due to the inaccessibility of the fasteners, the transverse tie rod can only be removed after removing the subframe. After installation, it is necessary to check and, if necessary, adjust the rear wheel alignment angles. Do not interchange the left (marked "L") and right ("R") tie rods.
1. Using a scriber, mark the position of the eccentric bolt (2 in the illustration) on the hub holder. Remove the bolts (1 and 2).
14.1. Cross-rod fastening
2. Secure the crossbar to the subframe by slightly tightening the bolt (2 in the illustration). Place a ruler (1) on the stabilizer clamp (arrow) and position the rod so that the distance (a) is 142 ±1 mm. Finally, secure the rod to the subframe.
14.2. Position of the transverse rod on the subframe
3. Tighten the hub holder mounting bolt to the lever and tighten the new nut to 20 Nm.
4. Install the subframe, loosen and tighten the bolt again (2 in illustration 14.1).
5. After installation, check and, if necessary, adjust the rear wheel alignment angles.
(The text is based on materials from the website: AudiManual.ru)
